By John EvansJun 19, 20202 minMost parents aware of children’s sun-protection needsIn a press release, the AAD revealed that some 74% of surveyed U.S. parents reported that they worry more about sun protection with their ch
by Cory PerlaMar 4, 20201 minHigher Levels of Media Literacy May Lead to Less Dangerous Tanning PracticesStudy: Higher levels of media literacy in young adults led to a reduction in appearance-based comparisons, with individuals idealizing tanne
Derm CityJan 24, 20202 minInfrared, visible light increase skin damage from UV“It is important to consider that visible and infrared light may also be contributing to the damage our skin receives from the sun, and that
by Cory PerlaJan 22, 20201 minActive ingredients in sunscreens may absorb into skin at higher levels than previously thoughtAbsorption of the active ingredients in four commercially available sunscreens resulted in plasma concentrations that exceed the FDA safety
By John EvansOct 28, 20192 minPotential long-lasting UV blocker for sunscreens identifiedProfessor Vasilios Stavros from the University of Warwick, Department of Chemistry, said in a press release: “A really good sunscreen absorb
By Dhiren MahibanAug 26, 20192 minResearchers discover how the sun damages the skin barrierThe study aimed to uncover which kind of ultraviolet radiation is the worst for the skin and how the sun damages it
Dhiren MahibanJul 15, 20192 minStudy shows need for customized skin cancer prevention programsMore comprehensive skin cancer prevention programs could reach a more diverse population, with the goal of reducing new skin cancers among a
By Dhiren MahibanJul 8, 20192 minFour ways to get a sunburn, and six ways to cure the damageDespite the widespread knowledge of the sun’s dangerous UV rays, people still get caught with an unexpected sun burn from time to time.